Description
These Lasagna Roll Ups offer a comforting and family-friendly dinner featuring creamy plant-based cheese and savory smoked turkey slices. Easy to prepare with straightforward steps and customizable fillings, they bring a fresh and flavorful twist to traditional lasagna. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekend meals, they provide portion control and can be made ahead for convenient baking.
Ingredients
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Lasagna Roll Ups Ingredients
- 9–12 lasagna noodles (regular or no-boil)
- 1 ½ cups plant-based ricotta cheese
- 8 oz smoked turkey slices, diced
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic (natural), minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (natural)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups marinara sauce (natural)
- 1 ½ cups plant-based shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, for sautéing if adding vegetables)
Instructions
- Prepare the noodles: Boil the lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente. If using no-boil noodles, skip this step. Drain carefully and lay flat on a clean, lightly oiled surface to cool, preventing sticking and curling.
- Make the filling: In a large bowl, combine plant-based ricotta cheese, chopped fresh spinach, minced garlic (natural), diced smoked turkey slices, Italian seasoning (natural), salt, and pepper. Mix gently until well incorporated, maintaining a creamy and even texture.
- Assemble the roll ups: Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce (natural) on the bottom of a baking dish. Take one noodle at a time, spread a generous scoop of the filling evenly over it, then roll up gently but firmly. Place each roll seam-side down in the dish for a neat appearance.
- Add sauce and cheese: Pour the remaining marinara sauce (natural) evenly over the arranged roll ups. Sprinkle shredded plant-based mozzarella cheese generously on top to create a melty, bonding topping.
- Bake until bubbly: Cover the dish loosely with foil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
Notes
- Lay noodles flat on a lightly oiled surface after boiling to prevent sticking and curling.
- Use plant-based cheeses at room temperature for easier mixing and smooth filling texture.
- Spread filling evenly over noodles to balance flavors in every bite.
- Do not skip spreading marinara sauce on the baking dish to keep noodles moist during baking.
- Allow the baked dish to rest 5-10 minutes before serving to enhance flavor melding and ease cutting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll up
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: lasagna roll ups, plant-based cheese, smoked turkey slices, family dinner, easy recipe, comfort food
